ancient ruins
Mitla
A Zapotec archaeological site famous for its intricate geometric mosaic fretwork carved into stone, considered the most important Mesoamerican site after Monte Albán.
42 km · about 50 min drive
Oaxaca, Mexico · North America
San Melchor Betaza sits on the route: 10 minutes from San Andrés Yaá, 45km from Hierve el Agua.
San Melchor Betaza is a town located in Oaxaca, Mexico. With a population of 794, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, San Melchor Betaza sits in Mexico, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Mexico City time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add San Melchor Betaza to your route.
San Melchor Betaza is a town and municipality in Oaxaca in south-western Mexico. The municipality covers an area of 37 km2. It is part of the Villa Alta District in the center of the Sierra Norte Region. As of 2005, the municipality had a total population of 919. The inhabitants, who speak Zapotec.
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San Melchor Betaza is located in Oaxaca, Mexico, North America. The coordinates are 17.2527 latitude, -96.1538 longitude.
San Melchor Betaza has a population of approximately 794 people, making it a town in Mexico.
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Green Angels (free tourist roadside assistance on federal highways): 078.
Full driving guide for Mexico4 notable places within an hour's drive.
ancient ruins
A Zapotec archaeological site famous for its intricate geometric mosaic fretwork carved into stone, considered the most important Mesoamerican site after Monte Albán.
42 km · about 50 min drive
natural wonder
Stunning petrified waterfall formations and natural infinity pools perched on a cliff overlooking the Oaxacan valley.
45 km · about 50 min drive
ancient ruins
A Zapotec hilltop city in the Tlacolula valley with the largest ballcourt in Oaxaca and the labyrinthine Palace of the Six Patios, plus a fortress ridge with sweeping valley views. Usually you have it to yourself.
45 km · about 50 min drive
natural wonder
A Montezuma cypress in Santa María del Tule with the world's widest trunk, in a churchyard directly beside Highway 190.
56 km · about 65 min drive
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Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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